Male skateboarder injured with vision issues and paralysis, Rome GA


An 18-year-old male fell off a skateboard near Martha Berry Boulevard about an hour ago. He has blurry vision and could not move his legs or arms after the fall. He is conscious and alert.
Audio|Source: Floyd County Police, Fire and EMS
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Statementic 16, show you in around near Martha Berry Boulevard, near Martha Berry Boulevard.
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It's going to be harbored in mediate care. 18-year-old male has fallen off a skateboard an hour ago. Does have blurry vision.
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Advise he couldn't move his leg or arms after it happened.
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Is conscious alert at this time?
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Location mentioned:
Near Martha Berry Blvd NE, Rome, GA 30165
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